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Resident urges inspection of tree near power lines; mayor directs staff to inspect
Summary
A Johnstown resident asked the Council to inspect a tree near power lines at South Chase Street and Third Avenue, citing a potential safety hazard; Mayor Amy Praught directed staff to obtain additional information and inspect the location after the meeting.
During the public-comment portion of the June 15 Johnstown Common Council meeting, Jacob Gleghorn of 14 S. Chase St. asked the Council to address a tree located near power lines at South Chase Street and Third Avenue, expressing concern the tree could fall and cause property damage or a public-safety hazard.
Mayor Amy Praught acknowledged the concern and directed City staff to obtain additional information after the meeting and to have the location inspected. The minutes record no further discussion or timeline for the inspection.
The record does not indicate whether the tree is on public or private property; the minutes only capture the resident’s request and the mayor’s direction to staff.
